Hot today, but temperatures are about to take a drop
It will be another hot day across the Tennessee Valley, but as we head into the beginning of the work week, temperatures will begin to drop—especially later in the week. Highs today will hover around 90 degrees, with plenty of sunshine to go around. Isolated showers could start popping up around lunchtime and...
Make-A-Wish, University of Tennessee grant girl’s wish to be a scientist
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Ava, an eight-year-old living with acute myeloblastic leukemia, has dreams of becoming a scientist to help make people healthy and her wish was granted with a hands-on experience at the University of Tennessee College of Pharmacy and College of Nursing. Throughout the day, Ava’s big...
Knoxville Forecast: Foggy Start Clears for Sunny Weekend Ahead of Possible Labor Day Showers
The National Weather Service in Knoxville has provided a detailed forecast for the upcoming days, indicating a shift in weather patterns as we approach the latter part of summer. Early morning fog and mist have been reported, with a current temperature of 64°F and a humidity level of 88%, creating conditions that may...
Spotty downpours possible for the latter half of the holiday weekend
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Partly cloudy skies tonight with temperatures in the low 60s and light winds. SUNDAY: Temperatures will hover in the lower 60s waking up and heading out the door in the morning. By the afternoon hours, temperatures soar into the low to middle 80s with a partly cloudy sky. Most of the region...
‘This is not easy at all, but it’s worth it’ | Knoxville baby born...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Trisomy 18 is a genetic disorder that can cause many symptoms such as problems feeding, heart defects and slow growth. At around 12 weeks pregnant, Chelsey Riley learned her baby was going to be a girl. But she also found out her daughter had a 29 percent chance of having Trisomy 18.
A Knoxville City Councilwoman Plans to Make a Motion to Delay the Vote on...
KNOXVILLE, TN (Story courtesy of WVLT) – Councilwoman Gwen McKenzie says she is planning to motion to delay a city council vote on the sale of part of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth next week. The City of Knoxville says Councilwoman McKenzie intends to do this during the city...
Knox County Schools launches survey aiming to expand innovative programing
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knox County Schools superintendent Dr. Jon Rysewyk and other district leaders are sharing news about the next major KCS initiative as they celebrate student growth. The school system is looking to expand innovative school options, like L&N STEM Academy and Career Magnet Academy, across the...
Concerts Under the Canopy to benefit three East Tennessee charities
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Soon, Worlds Fair Park will be filled with music as part of the Concerts Under the Canopy series. Concerts Under the Canopy is part of the Concerts for Our Own. “There are three local charities that are going to benefit from this,” said Aaron Snukals with...
County Commissioners working to make rural road safer
ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — For years, Carroll Hollow Road has been an area of concern for drivers. Now, Anderson County District 4 Commissioners Tim Isbel and Shain Vowell are trying to address the problems. "We have tractor trailers, combination trailers and trucks that's coming down Carroll Hollow," said Isbel....
VIDEOS: A look back at Hurricane Katrina 20 years later
Friday marks 20 years since Hurricane Katrina struck the coast of southern United States. Take a look back in time with archived 6 News coverage following Hurricane Katrina.
